Position Title:

Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Pediatric & Family Specialist)

Location:

San Carlos, CA (In-Clinic)

Position Type:

Part-Time to Start (Ramping to Full-Time based on client caseload growth and clinician interest)

Target Population:

Young Children & Early Childhood (Must feel confident with ages 4-8 minimum; opportunities to work with older children/teens)

Compensation:

$85.00 - $105.00 / hour (W-2 wage, commensurate with experience)

About The Neurodevelopmental Collective:

At The Neurodevelopmental Collective, we believe every brain belongs. We are a collaborative, multidisciplinary practice in San Carlos dedicated to providing authentic, neurodiversity-affirming evaluations, therapy, and family support. Grounded in warmth, play, and respect, we look at the whole child—how they think, learn, process emotions, manage self-regulation, and engage within their family system.

The Role:

We are seeking a warm, grounded Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Psy.

D. / Ph.D.) to provide 1:1 child therapy, comprehensive neurodevelopmental evaluations, and direct parent support/coaching. You must feel confident working in-person with young neurodivergent children (specifically ages 4-8 minimum), with opportunities to support older kids depending on your clinical interests. Our practice prioritizes relational safety, self-regulation, and active parent partnership over compliance-based or behavioral-modification approaches. We focus heavily on equipping parents with practical tools to support emotional regulation, anxiety, and neurodivergent profiles at home.

Training Provided:

We offer direct training, supervision, and ongoing clinical consultation in Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS), SPACE, and neurodiversity-affirming family frameworks to support your professional growth!

Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 play-informed child therapy and direct parent coaching/support (ages 4-8+). Utilize relationally grounded modalities focusing on self-regulation, co-regulation, and family dynamics (CPS, SPACE, Interoception/Zones of Regulation, parent guidance). Conduct comprehensive neurodevelopmental/psychoeducational evaluations using strengths-based approaches. Partner directly with parents to reduce accommodation of anxiety, build co-regulation strategies, and solve chronic dysregulation challenges collaboratively. Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members (SLP, educational specialists, OT) to support the whole child and family.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Licensure:

Ph.D. or Psy.

D. in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology; active California Psychologist License (PSY). Must be fully licensed to practice independently in the State of California.

Clinical Focus:

Demonstrated experience and confidence working in-person with young children (ages 4-8 minimum) and providing direct parent support.

Affirming Philosophy:

Commitment to non-compliance-based, neurodiversity-affirming, and child- and family-centered care.

Flexibility:

Willingness to start part-time and ramp up based on client demand and your personal schedule goals.

Compensation, Benefits & Perks:

Hourly Pay:

$85.00 - $105.00 / hour (W-2 wage, dependent on experience)

Retirement:

3% 401(k)

Employer Matching Specialized Training:

Dedicated training and consultation in CPS, SPACE, self-regulation tools, and affirming clinical care

Perks:

Financial support for CEUs, clinical materials, and paid administrative/documentation time

Health Benefits:

Opportunity to opt into group health coverage as programs expand

Collaborative Culture:

Dedicated case consultation and interdisciplinary team support How to

Apply:

Send your CV and a brief note about your clinical approach to office@neurodevelopmentalcollective.com.

Pay:

$85.00 - $105.00 per hour Expected hours: 10.0 - 30.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance

Education:

Doctorate (Required)

License/Certification:

Do you hold an active California license as a psychologist? (Required)

Work Location:

In person